How a move for Giorgio Scalvini would impact Man Utd's other transfer plans

[p]Turning their attention to a centre-back would represent a shift in priorities as [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/manchester-united/ppjDR086/"]United[/a]'s main intention has been to sign a third midfielder this summer. But pursuing a defender such as [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/player/scalvini-giorgio/hvC4gron/"]Scalvini[/a] would likely postpone those plans until next year.[/p][p][b]Figures within the game believe United's thinking is that while another midfielder remains on the agenda, the club also know they will eventually need to bring in a top-level centre-back.[/b][/p][p]Moving for Scalvini now could provide a solution to that longer-term requirement, even if it means delaying further midfield additions.[/p][p]United are one of the clubs known for letting their transfer business run to deadline day, and late deals this summer are a possibility.[/p][p]At this stage, however, there is no active contact between the clubs, with Scalvini remaining a player United have discussed internally rather than an active negotiation with [a href="https://www.flashscore.ca/team/atalanta/8C9JjMXu/"]Atalanta[/a]. [/p][embed guid="dca52a93-06a2-4759-8819-9a11f726f75c" url="https://x.com/DeadlineDayLive/status/2084764817521590312" social-type="twitter" /][p]The 22-year-old has long been admired by the club, with United having already scouted the Italy international over the past two years. [/p][p][b]United's appreciation of Scalvini would extend beyond his natural position at centre-back. While he has established himself as one of Serie A's most promising defenders, the club are also attracted by his versatility, with the ability to fill in as a defensive midfielder when required.[/b][/p][p]The possibility adds an extra dimension to his profile and is seen as an intriguing aspect of any potential deal, if they decide to move it forwards.[/p][p]Newcastle United, Tottenham Hotspur and several Serie A clubs have also been credited with interest in Scalvini, whose valuation is believed to be around €55 million.[/p][infobox id="f961102e-920a-4281-b5f2-f996852544cf" /]